JAMES Griffiths, husband of the late Mrs Olive Griffiths, died on December 31, aged 82.

Mr Griffiths, of Westy Hall, Latchford, lived in the Latchford area all his life.

He worked as a sheet metal worker at British Aluminium, enjoyed days out on his motorbike, football, walking, snooker and family holidays.

He leaves a daughter, a son, a brother and two granddaughters.

A service was held on January 22 at Walton Lea, followed by cremation. The Rev John Goode officiated. His ashes will be interred at St Mary’s Church.

Arrangements by Co-operative Funeralcare.